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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,396 cc

LB12 CWZMOT history

LB12 CWZ is a silver diesel Kia RIO first used on 26 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 156,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
156,015 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 CWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 CWZ was last recorded at 156,015 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 13,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,113 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,902 miles
Average per year
11,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,015 miles
  • 2025 – 142,113 miles
  • 2024 – 132,270 miles
  • 2023 – 116,945 miles
  • 2022 – 109,248 miles
  • 2021 – 95,317 miles
  • 2020 – 79,718 miles
  • 2019 – 65,497 miles
  • 2018 – 55,487 miles
  • 2017 – 45,109 miles
  • 2016 – 39,967 miles
  • 2015 – 27,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear wiper blade split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,015 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    156,015 miles
    Test number
    829447317935
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail156,015 miles (+13,902)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,015 miles
    Test number
    392973379235
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass142,113 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    142,113 miles
    Test number
    367603568491
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,901 miles (+9,631)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,901 miles
    Test number
    394183656304
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,270 miles (+7,820)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    132,270 miles
    Test number
    937256207203
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass124,450 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,450 miles
    Test number
    896016623948
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail124,450 miles (+7,505)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,450 miles
    Test number
    648537638475
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,945 miles
    Test number
    873223504200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail116,945 miles (+7,697)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,945 miles
    Test number
    382826012266
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass109,248 miles (+13,931)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,248 miles
    Test number
    463241134466
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  11. Pass95,317 miles (+15,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    95,317 miles
    Test number
    813303761613
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  12. Pass79,718 miles (+14,221)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,718 miles
    Test number
    749563352613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,497 miles (+10,010)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    65,497 miles
    Test number
    219457502586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,487 miles (+10,378)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,487 miles
    Test number
    797606501522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,109 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    45,109 miles
    Test number
    857344983180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,967 miles
    Test number
    397679796294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail39,964 miles (+12,378)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,964 miles
    Test number
    552588923160
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking caliper banjo joint leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass27,586 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,586 miles
    Test number
    125894175163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB12 CWZ

Does LB12 CWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 CWZ is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 CWZ?
The MOT on LB12 CWZ is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 CWZ done?
LB12 CWZ was recorded at 156,015 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 11,497 miles a year.
Has LB12 CWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 CWZ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 CWZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB12 CWZ find?
LB12 CWZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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